One bill, authored by a House Republican, rules out drone use for patrol, but says it does keep an officer's safety in mind.

"Talking with sheriffs and police chiefs, it's a wonderful tool that can be used, if it's used probably. They're concerned if it starts before we get rules and regulations and start using them improperly, a judge or Supreme Court, could remove that tool altogether from law enforcement use," said Rep. Brian Johnson (R-District 32A)

Three bills restricting drone usage will be heard during Tuesday's House Public Safety Finance and Policy committee hearing.